Protection of the Most Holy Theotokos: prayers for peace and family are performed in churches in Belarus. Report from the TV channel "STV"translated

Orthodox believers today, October 14, celebrate one of the most revered holidays - the Intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Throughout Belarus, churches are filled with prayer. People ask the Queen of Heaven for peace, health for loved ones and intercession from adversity, as reported in the “24 Hours” News program on STV. The church celebration is based on a miracle that occurred in Constantinople in the 10th century. During the siege of the city by pagans, people prayed for salvation. The Mother of God appeared to Saint Andrew. It became a sign of protection, and soon...